AP - House Democratic leaders on Thursday worked to rally their rank-and-file members around last-minute agreements on insurance taxes and prescription drug coverage that could move President Barack Obama's overhaul of the nation's health care system a step closer to reality.

AP - American households saw their wealth increase at the end of last year, mainly because the healing economy boosted stock portfolios.

AP - Without a TV show to do every night, Conan O'Brien is taking his act on the road.

State police say two people have died in a two vehicle crash in Calcasieu Parish.

The rain early today didn't dampen the spirits of Saints fans in Sulphur. The Mayor has declared it "Who Dat Nation" weekend, and the people of Sulphur have painted the town black and gold.

Remember when we were talking about folding fitted sheets? I said I had found the solution; my method: Try one time to fold it where it looks nice, then give up, wad it up and put it in the linen closet.